Fireworks Legalization Impact on the Community- Testimony

(Aug 30, 2021)

Testimony from Rep. Jeanne McNeill's hearing on the impact of fireworks legalization on the community. Read more

 

McNeill to host public hearing Monday on community impact of fireworks law updates

(Aug 26, 2021)

WHITEHALL, Aug. 26 -- Updates to the state fireworks law have had many unintended consequences that impact public safety and are putting a strain on law enforcement throughout the state, and state Rep. Jeanne McNeill is hosting a public hearing to discuss what the legislature can do. The hearing will be held at 1 p.m. Monday, Aug. 30 at the Teamsters Local 773 Union Hall, 3614 Lehigh St., Whitehall. The public is welcome, and the media is encouraged to attend. McNeill, D-Lehigh, will be joined by Policy Committee Chairman Ryan Bizzarro and members of the House Democratic Policy Committee, many of whom have similar concerns amidst increases in community concerns and pyrotechnic related accidents. McNeill, along with state Rep. Peter Schweyer, D-Lehigh, has introduced H.B. 988 aimed at repealing the most recent changes to the fireworks law and reinstating provisions as they existed pre-Act 43. Media inquiries may be submitted to policy@pahouse.net . Read more

 

Fireworks Legalization - The Impact on the Community

(Aug 26, 2021)

Rep. Jeanne McNeill to host a Policy Committee hearing on fireworks legislation and its impact on the community. Read more

 

Fireworks Legalization - The Impact on the Community

(Aug 26, 2021)

A hearing with state Rep. Jeanne McNeill. Read more

 

Cumberland Mine Tour

(Aug 25, 2021)

A tour and roundtable discussion with Rep. Pam Snyder. Read more

 

Cumberland Mine Tour

(Aug 25, 2021)

A tour and roundtable discussion with Rep. Pam Snyder. Read more

 

Magee Women's Health Center Tour

(Aug 24, 2021)

The House Democratic Policy Committee partnered with the Women's Health Caucus for a tour of Magee Women's Health Center, followed by a roundtable discussion. The event, held on Tuesday, August 24, 2021, allowed for members to discuss with the staff at UPMC Magee-Women's Hospital about what they are doing, and what the state could be doing to help save lives. Thank you to Chairs Dan Frankel, Mary Jo Daley and Morgan Cephas for hosting the discussion and being champions of women's health. Due to COVID-19 safety and mitigation efforts, this meeting was only open to legislators and staff. Read more

 

Magee Women's Health Center Tour

(Aug 24, 2021)

A tour of UPMC Magee Women's Health Center. Read more

 

Labor and Its Impact on PA

(Aug 24, 2021)

State Reps. Tina Davis and Nick Pisciottano welcomed the House Democratic Policy Committee to Pittsburgh to tour area trades facilities. The tour highlighted how unions don't just build pyhsical things, they build the middle class and economy. The committee toured Insulators Local #2, EAS Carpenters, IBEW Local #5, and SteamFitters Local #449. Follow @PADemPolicy on Twitter for more information from the tour. Due to COVID-19 safety and mitigation efforts, this event was closed to the media and public. Read more

 

Labor and Its Impact on PA

(Aug 23, 2021)

A House Democratic Policy Committee tour with Representatives Tina Davis and Nick Pisciottano. Read more

 

Childcare Access & Early Childhood Education- Testimony

(Aug 17, 2021)

Testimony from Representative Herrin's hearing on childcare access and early education. Read more

 

Police, Labor Relations topic of public hearing hosted by Pa. Legislative Black Caucus Wednesday

(Aug 17, 2021)

Philadelphia, Aug. 17 – State Rep. Donna Bullock is convening a meeting of the House Democratic Policy Committee and Pennsylvania Legislative Black Caucus to discuss the role of labor in police reforms. The hearing will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, August 18 at Temple University, Fox Gittis Room, 1776 N. Broad St., Philadelphia . The Fox Gittis Room is located just off the Broad Street Lobby, Alumni Hall at the Liacouras Center. The media and public are encouraged to attend. Masks are required. Additional information about this and other House Democratic Policy Committee hearings is available at www.pahouse.com/policy . Read more

 

Hill-Evans hearing vets legislative efforts to back veterans

(Aug 16, 2021)

YORK, Aug. 16 -- York state Rep. Carol Hill-Evans welcomed state Sen. Katie Muth and members of the PA House Democratic Policy Committee for a discussion on how to help veterans working to overcome their post-traumatic stress disorder. “Ensuring those who sacrificed so much for their country are receiving the proper care and services they need are always a top legislative priority. This public hearing made certain these priorities continue to be at the forefront of the policy discussions in Harrisburg,” Hill-Evans explained. The committee heard testimony from Lee Horowitz, legislative director and senior executive vice Commander, National & State Navy Club USA; Diane Yoder, president and CEO of the Jarett Yoder Foundation, and mother of CW2 Jarett Yoder; Craig Trebilcock, York County Court of Common Pleas judge; and York County District Attorney Dave Sunday about how legislative modifications can help veterans get the support they need and overcome the scars of war. Hill-Evans said she’s grateful to the committee for the platform for her legislation, H.B.s 688 and 691, and looks forward to continuing to develop policies that address veterans’ needs, including homelessness and post-conviction reviews for veterans with PTSD or traumatic brain injury. Full testimony from the hearing is available at www.pahouse.com/policy . Read more

 

Veterans Support - Testimony

(Aug 16, 2021)

Testimony from state Rep. Hill-Evans' hearing on supporting veterans suffering from PTSD. Read more

 

Role of Labor in Police Reform

(Aug 16, 2021)

A meeting with the PLBC on the role of labor in police reform. Read more

 

Supporting veterans focus of Hill-Evans public hearing Monday

(Aug 13, 2021)

YORK, Aug. 13 – State Rep. Carol Hill-Evans will host a public hearing to discuss legislative efforts to support veterans, especially those experiencing homelessness and PTSD. The hearing will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, Aug. 16 at the York County Fairgrounds, Verandah Room, 334 Carlisle Ave. The public and media are invited to attend. Hill-Evans will be joined by members of the House Democratic Policy Committee to learn more about H.B.s 688 and 698 and other issues faced by veterans. State Sen. Katie Muth, who has companion legislation in the Senate, will also attend the hearing. Media inquiries may be submitted to policy@pahouse.net . Read more

 

Philadelphia schools share how they are tackling a third pandemic year

(Aug 11, 2021)

PHILADELPHIA, Aug. 11 – Reopening Philadelphia’s schools was the focus of a tour and roundtable of the House Democratic Policy Committee hosted by state Rep. Mary Isaacson, D-Phila., on Wednesday. Philadelphia School District Chief Information Officer Melanie Harris led the tour of Kensington Health Sciences followed by a roundtable with legislators to discuss the challenges faced this year and beyond. “Over the last 18 months, we have invested in solutions for students to safely learn virtually from home, and now, with COVID-19 still very much with us and variants on the rise, we are asking school districts — not just in Philadelphia but across the Commonwealth — to create the answers for how our students can safely return to schools and keep them open," Isaacson said. "This is a question that we've never had to answer, one that the CDC is constantly revising as the virus mutates. Today, we heard concerns and sought answers as to how our students will return to classrooms and be provided a quality education in a structured, safe and welcoming classroom when so much is uncertain and ever-changing. Much needs to be done to help our schools navigate these uncharted waters or our children and the next generation are the ones who will be lost.” “The flexibility and resilience of the Philadelphia School District has been impressive,” said Policy Chairman Ryan Bizzarro. Read more

 

Philadelphia School Tour- Kensington Health Sciences - Testimony

(Aug 11, 2021)

Agenda and testimony from Rep. Mary Isaacson's tour of Kensington Health Sciences. Read more

 

Infrastructure and Public Spaces

(Aug 10, 2021)

Rep. Mike Driscoll is hosting the House Democratic Policy Committee for a public hearing on infrastructure and public spaces. The hearing will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 10 at Holy Family University, 9801 Frankford Ave., Philadelphia. The public and media are encouraged to attend and inquiries may be submitted to policy@pahouse.net. Read more

 

Connecting Philadelphia Communities focus of Tuesday public hearing

(Aug 09, 2021)

Phila. Aug. 9 – State Rep. Mike Driscoll is hosting the House Democratic Policy Committee for a public hearing on infrastructure and public spaces. The hearing will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 10 at Holy Family University, 9801 Frankford Ave., Philadelphia. The public and media are encouraged to attend. Media inquiries may be submitted to policy@pahouse.net . Driscoll will be joined by Committee Chairman Ryan Bizzarro and members of the committee to discuss how urban design and city planning can improve public health, accessibility and even encourage tourism. The following participants are scheduled to testify at the hearing: Rachel Reyna, Section Chief, PA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources , Bureau of Forestry , Rural & Community Forestry Section Stephanie Phillips, Executive Director, Riverfront North Partnership Cara Ferr entino , Program Officer, Great Public Spaces, William Penn Foundation Linde Lauff , President, Friends of Pennypack Park For additional information, visit www.pahouse.com/policy . Read more